Egyptian blue water lily (Nymphaea caerulea) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Egyptian blue water lily

Nymphaea caerulea

Overview

Egyptian blue water lily (Nymphaea caerulea) is a perennial, aquatic plant native to the Nile River valley. These beautiful aquatic flowers emerge from the surface of ponds and lakes with a unique combination of blue, pink, and white. The water lily blooms in June and July and has a sweet aroma, attracting much wildlife to its serene beauty. The large seed pods are harvested as food with a sweet nutty flavor. It's a hardy species, adapting well in a variety of growing conditions, from full sun to full shade.

Care Guide

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Watering

Frequent

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Light

Full sun.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 10-12.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May.

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Propagation

Division, Stem Propagation, Seed Propagation, Tuber Division, Layering Propagation

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